Interpretation of Ibsen's "A Doll's House"
"A Doll's House" is classified under the "second phase" of Henrik
Ibsen's career. It was during this period which he made the transition from
mythical and historical dramas to plays dealing with social problems. It was the
first in a series investigating the tensions of family life. Written during the
Victorian era, the controversial play featuring a female protagonist seeking
individuality stirred up more controversy than any of his other works. In
contrast to many dramas of Scandinavia in that time which depicted the role of
women as the comforter, helper, and supporter of man, "A Doll's House"
introduced woman as having her own purposes and goals. The heroine, Nora Helmer,
progresses during the course of the play eventually to realize that she must
discontinue the role of a doll and seek out her individuality.
David Thomas describes the initial image of Nora as that of a doll wife
who revels in the thought of luxuries that can......
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